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Battery handling instructions
Battery handling instructions
   
Warning instructions and safety precautions for lead acid batteries
1 - Observe the instructions on the battery, in the Workshop Manual Electrical System and in the Owner's Manual.
2 - Risk of acid burns:
 - Battery acid is highly caustic. For this reason always wear protective gloves and eye protection.
 - Do not tilt battery as otherwise acid may flow out of the vent openings.
3 - No fire, sparks, naked lights or smoking:
 - Avoid creating sparks when handling cables and electrical equipment.
 - Avoid short circuits.
4 - Wear eye protection.
5 - Keep acid and batteries away from children.
6 - Disposal:
 - Old batteries must be disposed of in compliance with the country specific regulations.
7 - Never dispose of old batteries as domestic waste!
8 - Risk of explosion:
 - A highly explosive gas mixture is produced when charging batteries.
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